[IC] SKB2 - steel, isolation top mount, powder coated / ETA set!

[Kaleidoua]

I just realized that the only PCB I own has the usb connection on the right side not left.
Am I doomed now or is there a possibility to do some kind of modding?

As far as I know the HS60 is the ONLY 60% ISO Hotswap RGB PCB on the market.
If anyone else knows a 60/65% or TKL with ISO layout, RGB per key and Hotswap with usb connection on the right side please tell me.

HS60 is a standard 60% like the dz60
the usb is on the same side

I guess I was so tired when I wrote that. You're right the HS60 will fit! Now I'm even more hyped!

[edctog]

I really like the industrial look of this and the long term viability of this case when the PCB is dead. However, I couldn't find any video with typing test on the previous case (SKBXX). For typing test on this current case, I guess we'll have to wait till the samples are sent out.

[CrazyAssMonkey]

I really like the industrial look of this and the long term viability of this case when the PCB is dead. However, I couldn't find any video with typing test on the previous case (SKBXX). For typing test on this current case, I guess we'll have to wait till the samples are sent out.

There is a typing test somwhere in this thread, I'm not exactly sure where. At least I do believe I have seen it.

[ZG2047]

I can't wait.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I really like the industrial look of this and the long term viability of this case when the PCB is dead. However, I couldn't find any video with typing test on the previous case (SKBXX). For typing test on this current case, I guess we'll have to wait till the samples are sent out.

There is a typing test somwhere in this thread, I'm not exactly sure where. At least I do believe I have seen it.

Yes, I posted it a while ago, it's here.
I forgot to include it in the start post. Now it's in there as well.

Some more of the photos and the form for voting on beige will follow later today.

[FearsomeCubedWarrior]

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[Kaleidoua]

Q: I want a custom plate.
A: I'll make a custom plate file for everyone who wants it. Let's just wait with that until the GroupBuy has started.

Does this mean that I can for example have a plate that supports HHKB and ISO enter?

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Q: I want a custom plate.
A: I'll make a custom plate file for everyone who wants it. Let's just wait with that until the GroupBuy has started.

Does this mean that I can for example have a plate that supports HHKB and ISO enter?

The standard plate that comes with the 60% does already support that.
But if you would like a dedicated plate, supporting only you layout (not unified), then yes, I will make the file for you.

[Bl4ck]

Q: I want a custom plate.
A: I'll make a custom plate file for everyone who wants it. Let's just wait with that until the GroupBuy has started.

Does this mean that I can for example have a plate that supports HHKB and ISO enter?

The standard plate that comes with the 60% does already support that.
But if you would like a dedicated plate, supporting only you layout (not unified), then yes, I will make the file for you.

(Attachment Link)

would you offer plates for specific layouts if requested at an extra?

[Senor Coconut]

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[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Q: I want a custom plate.
A: I'll make a custom plate file for everyone who wants it. Let's just wait with that until the GroupBuy has started.

Does this mean that I can for example have a plate that supports HHKB and ISO enter?

The standard plate that comes with the 60% does already support that.
But if you would like a dedicated plate, supporting only you layout (not unified), then yes, I will make the file for you.

(Attachment Link)

would you offer plates for specific layouts if requested at an extra?

You mean not just the file (you would have to get it made yourself) but get the actual, physical, custom plate made for you?
If that's what you mean, I'll find out if that might be an option. So, maybe.

[Bl4ck]

Q: I want a custom plate.
A: I'll make a custom plate file for everyone who wants it. Let's just wait with that until the GroupBuy has started.

Does this mean that I can for example have a plate that supports HHKB and ISO enter?

The standard plate that comes with the 60% does already support that.
But if you would like a dedicated plate, supporting only you layout (not unified), then yes, I will make the file for you.

(Attachment Link)

would you offer plates for specific layouts if requested at an extra?

You mean not just the file (you would have to get it made yourself) but get the actual, physical, custom plate made for you?
If that's what you mean, I'll find out if that might be an option. So, maybe.

Yeh, an actual physical plate . Well a maybe is always good!

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

It's so damn difficult to put together pictures that realisticly demonstrate the differences of the three beige RAL colors (9001, 9002 and 1013).
Form to vote on beige today, will include some more questions.
Have put this off for too long now!

[Bl4ck]

It's so damn difficult to put together pictures that realisticly demonstrate the differences of the three beige RAL colors (9001, 9002 and 1013).
Form to vote on beige today, will include some more questions.
Have put this off for too long now!

How long do you think until GB opens?

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I hope one week from now.
Let's get that beige vote form out first and wait for a good amount of answers.

[Bl4ck]

I hope one week from now.
Let's get that beige vote form out first and wait for a good amount of answers.

Can everyone vote even tho I will get the black?

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I hope one week from now.
Let's get that beige vote form out first and wait for a good amount of answers.

Can everyone vote even tho I will get the black?

Everyone can vote

[darthcstis]

Will there be a render of the lunar key cap set like you have in the banner ? I’m curious to see it in black, yellow and the nickel color before I decide the color of board, this board is perfect for that key set

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I may have time for more renderings next week.

[Senor Coconut]

Hi Plastik. If you drop it this evening, could you leave the beige vote form at least until noon tomorrow. Won't be able to vote tonight. Thanks

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

totally, I wanna leave it open for at least a few days. most don't check back daily here.

[ppnp253]

How rough are the edges of the steel on the bottom? Is rubber padding or something an option to cover the edges so it doesn't scratch surfaces/snag on clothes?

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

How rough are the edges of the steel on the bottom? Is rubber padding or something an option to cover the edges so it doesn't scratch surfaces/snag on clothes?

It comes with feet, look here.

It isn't sharp. I use it on a desk mat since a few months now and there aren't any traces from the case at all.

[fedemito]

Hi plastik, if it's possible, can we have a render with ePBT Ivory? Maybe on one of the beige colours.
Thanks in advance!

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Maybe, please remind me next week.

[honoka]

I follow the thread closely and I'm so intrigued to see so many requests for renders.
When I was young, we were told to use our imagination

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Vote on Beige

Have put together some pictures that I hope will give you the most accurate representation of the colors possible. Keep in mind that what you see on this pictures can't be accurate 100%, depends a lot on the quality of the display you are watching this on.

My opinion:
- RAL 9001 (in reality) is looks slightly pinkish. That does not go that well with cherry classic beige caps, since their alpha base color is more towards yellow and even seems to have a slight tint of green. Hard to explain.
- RAL 9002 is a bit too neutral for classic beige
- RAL 1013 is the best fit IMO

Pro pictures:



RGB colors:



Mobile pictures:



Take your time and then vote. Other questions like about that extra key on the 95% is also included.
Vote on stainless steel bead blasted vs stainless steel bead blasted with nickel treatment as well. I'm totally for stainless steel bead blasted WITHOUT the nickel treatment, because with nickel it looks too brown and attracts fingerprints much more than without it.
Here is the link to the google form:


LINK TO FORM

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Extra key on 95%

To compare before voting:

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Photos

[benfrain]

I follow the thread closely and I'm so intrigued to see so many requests for renders.
When I was young, we were told to use our imagination

What he said!

[FearsomeCubedWarrior]

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[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Can't prioritize the beige color in the vote, there're only checkboxes(.
Anyway, 1013 is the best one, IMO, then 9001 and 9002 is way too greyish. I've chosen 1013 and 9001.

yes, you can multivote. maybe there are two option you are fine with or maybe you like them all. so you can check just one, two or even all of them.

[fedemito]

Maybe, please remind me next week.

Thanks! I will. 

[FadedSea]

I've been eyeing the bead blasted with Nickel coating for a while, but thats just my 2¢

[Vigrith]

1013 is by far the superior colour. Cool to see this is getting real close to release!

[Nim]

I've been eyeing the bead blasted with Nickel coating for a while, but thats just my 2¢

Yeah, that's still the one I'm planning to get. Black does look nice as well though

[eebogaine]

In regards to the usb cutout, would this count as bulky or would this fit in the 'tight' version?

This is the V2 Coiled Cable from KPrepublic.

[eebogaine]

I'd also like to point out that RAL 1013 is the closest match mathematically, with RAL 9002 a very close second.

According to the current standard (CIE DE2000):
GMK L9 (216,210,194) -> RAL 1013 (228,217,199) = dE 2.9505
GMK L9 (216,210,194) -> RAL 9001 (233,224,209) = dE 3.772
GMK L9 (216,210,194) -> RAL 9002 (215,212,203) = dE 2.9883

Lower delta-E value means closer match. Delta-E of <2 is considered imperceptible.

[konstantin]

I actually prefer how the grayish RAL 9002 looks over the RAL 1013. But the RAL 9001 isn't as good of a match, imo.

@Plastik, it might be a good idea to add direct comparison pics of SS vs SS w/ nickel to your voting post, since not everyone will have seen them, and it may not be obvious from the photos which one it is.

[Kaleidoua]

Personally I prefer the look of 9002. But if you're looking for that "old looking keyboard" color then RAL 1013 is what you want. But personally I don't like that look I rather have something look a bit more white and stylish.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I've been eyeing the bead blasted with Nickel coating for a while, but thats just my 2¢

Yeah, that's still the one I'm planning to get. Black does look nice as well though

I think what draws you to the nickel treated one might be the black caps that are a very nice fit. I've put the same Tai Hao PBT caps onto the none nickel treated, stainless steel version. Maybe now this version looks more compelling to you?



Photos in the following post...

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

More stainless steel photos

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

In regards to the usb cutout, would this count as bulky or would this fit in the 'tight' version?

Show Image

This is the V2 Coiled Cable from KPrepublic.

that would still just fit the "tight" cutout.

[konstantin]

In regards to the usb cutout, would this count as bulky or would this fit in the 'tight' version?

Show Image

This is the V2 Coiled Cable from KPrepublic.

that would still just fit the "tight" cutout.

That's a very standard USB-C connector, so if that fits, I think the majority of cables will fit (including custom ones, since they usually just have heatshrink). Therefore, tight is definitely the way to go imho.

[norb]

will only one of the two SS options be offered? non-treated or nickel?

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Exactly, only one of them. That's why you can't vote for one

[FadedSea]

The SS without nickel treatment looks great, but I have GMK Firefly coming in and the caps are a nice match with the nickel treatment.

[Hell-es]

Bare stainless stell go 

[Kaleidoua]

Exactly, only one of them. That's why you can't vote for one

Can you post a photo comparison between them? Not sure which one is which.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I actually prefer how the grayish RAL 9002 looks over the RAL 1013. But the RAL 9001 isn't as good of a match, imo.

@Plastik, it might be a good idea to add direct comparison pics of SS vs SS w/ nickel to your voting post, since not everyone will have seen them, and it may not be obvious from the photos which one it is.

Exactly, only one of them. That's why you can't vote for one

Can you post a photo comparison between them? Not sure which one is which.

only phone atm. not really comfortable. there is a comparison picture in the start post, under "prototype 2" pictures. the slightly darker, more brownish one is always the nickel treated.